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Mobilcylinder 600 Steam Cylinder Oil from China

Mobilcylinder 600 is a high-performance steam cylinder oil formulated with highly refined mineral base oils and advanced additives for superior lubricity and deposit control. It is specifically designed for use in steam engines and turbines where high-temperature lubrication is required, containing over 70% petroleum oils as the base. Classified under HTS 2710.19.30.50 as steam cylinder oils due to its specialized formulation for reciprocating steam machinery.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify oil composition via lab analysis to confirm >70% petroleum content and steam cylinder specifications for accurate HTS classification

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and manufacturer's technical data sheets with entry documentation to support lubricating oil claims

Avoid misclassification as general motor oil by providing evidence of high-temperature steam engine end-use